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Glendalough

Glendalough County Wicklow

Glendalough is one of the must see tourist destinations in county Wicklow. This is an area of stunning landscapes, ancient historical ruins, and two beautiful lakes. It is also part of Irelands Ancient east driving route.

There are several walks on offer for you in wonderful Wicklow national park. The Wicklow way weaves its way through this mountainous area. We have maps to show you all the walks that hill walkers want and well as walks for the novice.

Glendalough (Gleann da loch) meaning glen of the two lakes can be found in the centre of Wicklow and it is part of the Wicklow National park. St Kevin came to this remote and beautiful place, where over a period of time followers joined him until the settlement grew and he founded a monastery here. The following can still be seen to day